Structures Mechanic

Structures Mechanic

The Aircraft Structural Technician will maintain, repair, and modify structural components of complex difficulty on L-382 / C-130 Series aircraft. The Technician will perform structural repair, fabrication, modification, and installation of parts by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufacturers' drawings/manuals. The role involves planning, laying out, fabricating, assembling, and installing repairs on both internal and external aircraft structures and surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft structural repair, fabrication, modification, and installation of parts.
• Interpret technical data such as blueprints or manufacturers' drawings/manuals.
• Plan, lay out, fabricate, assemble, and install repairs on aircraft structures.
• Perform corrosion control, maintenance inspections, and service aircraft.
• Conduct phase and special inspections on aircraft structures and systems.
• Perform Service Bulletins (SBs) and Airworthiness Directives (ADs).
• Interpret inspection findings and determine adequacy of corrective actions.
• Check components for clearances, tolerances, proper installation, and operation.
• Update computer-based aircraft maintenance and inventory tracking system.
• Inspect, correct, and take preventative actions for corrosion prevention and repair.

Essential Skills

• Experience in aviation sheet metal and hardware installation such as rivet/blind rivet installation and HI-Loc installation.
• Knowledge of common tooling required for performing aircraft structural work.
• Structure experience with C-130 heavy maintenance.
• 4-6 years of experience in aviation sheet metal and structural work.
• Ability to work independently with little to no direction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Responsible for making repairs on the chine cap located in the wheel well.
• Experience in heavy aircraft structures with 4+ years of sheet metal/structures work.
• No license required and no tools needed.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a flexible work schedule with opportunities to work on challenging and rewarding aviation projects. Experience a supportive team environment while working alongside skilled mechanics in a hangar setting.

Work Environment

This position is based in a hangar work environment, working alongside other mechanics. The role requires flexibility in working hours, starting at 6:30 am for 8-hour days, with the possibility of transitioning to 10-hour days. While efforts are made to avoid weekend work, candidates should be open to occasional weekend shifts. The second shift is likely from 2 pm to 10:30 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Crestview, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.07 - $33.07/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Crestview, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.